MS Nieuw Amsterdam - 12/11/2026
The December 11, 2026 cruise on the MS Nieuw Amsterdam departs from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. On this 9 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sets sail on Friday, Dec 11th and returns on Sunday, Dec 20th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MS Nieuw Amsterdam cruise ship departing December 11, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,087 ($121 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,087 ($121 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MS Nieuw Amsterdam - December 11, 2026 - 9 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 10th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
| 2 | Dec 11th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 12th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 14th | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 5 | Dec 15th | St. John's, Antigua |
| 6 | Dec 16th | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 7 | Dec 17th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 8 | Dec 17th | At Sea |
| 9 | Dec 19th | Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (private Island) |
| 10 | Dec 20th | Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida |
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam sails on December 11, 2026 for a 9 Night Eastern Caribbean (Ft. Lauderdale Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida on Dec 20th at 6:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
MS Nieuw Amsterdam
MS NIEUW AMSTERDAM SIZE
The MS Nieuw Amsterdam has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 86,700 gross tons. The ship measures 936 feet (285 meters) in length. MS Nieuw Amsterdam is included in Holland America’s Signature Class Class. At full capacity, the MS Nieuw Amsterdam holds 3,035 passengers. That includes 2,106 cruise vacationers and 929 staff members. The MS Nieuw Amsterdam total number of staterooms is 1,053.
MS Nieuw Amsterdam Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:86,700 GT
- Length:936 ft (285 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:2010
- Years Served:2010 - Present
- Capacity:2,106
- Crew Members:929
- Total on Board:3,035
- Total Staterooms:1,053
- Flagged Country:Netherlands
- Ship Cost:450 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MS Nieuw Amsterdam age and stats vs all Holland America ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
St. John’s, Antigua, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Nelson’s Dockyard and Shirley Heights. Excursions include snorkeling at Cades Reef. Local markets sell fungi. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial docks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes pepperpot, an Antiguan favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. St. John’s vibrant charm offers a lively Antiguan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic dockyards and scenic beaches, making St. John’s an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Half Moon Cay, Bahamas (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore white-sand beaches and Stingray Cove. Excursions include horseback riding by the sea. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Half Moon Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Half Moon Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, offers docking at Port Everglades. Travelers explore Las Olas Boulevard and Everglades tours. Excursions include airboat rides. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canals and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Fort Lauderdale’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic waterways and natural adventures, making Fort Lauderdale an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)